Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management X4 Opportunity at Eskom Lethabo Power Station

Eskom is inviting applications for four Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management positions at Lethabo Power Station. This internship opportunity is aimed at suitably qualified graduates who want to build practical experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics and related commercial functions within the electricity and energy sector. The positions carry Position/Task Grade L7 and offer market-related remuneration. The opportunity is based at Lethabo Power Station, with the position summary listing Deneysville as the location and the introduction referring to the Free State. Applications for the Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management X4 opportunity close on 2 October 2026.

The Graduate in Training programme is intended to provide successful applicants with structured exposure to the workplace through institutionalised and on-the-job training. This gives graduates an opportunity to develop practical skills while gaining an understanding of how procurement and supply chain activities operate within a large organisation. The role is particularly relevant to candidates who have completed a degree in Procurement and Supply Chain, Logistics, Transport, Commerce or a related field. Applicants should be prepared to learn, work with different people and apply their academic knowledge in a professional environment. Successful candidates will go through a recruitment process and, if selected, may be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in institutionalised training provided as part of the Eskom Graduate in Training programme.
• Participate in on-the-job training to gain practical workplace exposure.
• Develop an understanding of procurement and supply chain management activities through structured learning and workplace experience.
• Apply relevant academic knowledge to assigned duties and training activities.
• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to the working environment.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism when carrying out responsibilities.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach when dealing with colleagues, stakeholders and other relevant parties.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in a workplace environment.
• Use sound interpersonal skills when building effective working relationships.
• Apply negotiation skills where required as part of procurement and related business activities.
• Liaise effectively with relevant stakeholders and colleagues.
• Follow applicable Eskom policies and procedures during training and assigned activities.
• Approach assigned responsibilities with politeness, promptness and professionalism.
• Demonstrate energy, initiative and a self-starter attitude throughout the training programme.
• Display appropriate assertiveness when handling work-related responsibilities and interactions.

Requirements and Skills

• Applicants must have a fully completed degree in BCom or BA Procurement and Supply Chain, Logistics, Transport, Commerce or a related field.
• Candidates must be South African citizens.
• Applicants should have a strong interest in procurement and supply chain management and be willing to learn through practical workplace exposure.
• Knowledge of Eskom’s policies and procedures is an important requirement.
• Good communication skills are required.
• Sound interpersonal skills are important for working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Negotiation skills will be valuable in procurement-related activities.
• Liaising skills are required for effective communication and coordination with relevant parties.
• Candidates should demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
• A customer-focused approach is expected.
• Applicants should be team players who can contribute effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Candidates should be polite, prompt, energetic and willing to take initiative.
• A self-starter attitude and appropriate assertiveness will be beneficial during training and workplace assignments.

The Eskom Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management programme provides an opportunity for qualified graduates to gain practical exposure while developing their professional capabilities. Procurement and supply chain functions are important to the effective operation of a large organisation, and the programme is designed to give successful candidates a structured introduction to the working environment. Through institutionalised and on-the-job training, participants can develop a stronger understanding of workplace processes and expectations while applying knowledge gained through their studies. The programme may be particularly valuable to graduates who are seeking their first opportunity to build experience in procurement, logistics or related commercial functions. Candidates should approach the opportunity with a willingness to learn and contribute throughout the training period.

Successful applicants will also need to demonstrate professional qualities that support effective workplace relationships. Eskom lists teamwork, integrity, professionalism and customer focus among the key leadership and behavioural expectations for the role. Communication, interpersonal, negotiation and liaison skills will also be important as graduates interact with different people during their training. The ability to follow Eskom policies and procedures will help participants understand the organisation’s operating requirements and maintain professional standards. Candidates who are energetic, proactive, polite and willing to take initiative will be expected to make full use of the learning opportunities offered.

An important aspect of the opportunity is the recruitment and placement process. Applicants will go through a recruitment process and, if successful, may be placed in Eskom Operations across the divisions. This means candidates should be prepared for potential exposure to different operational environments within the organisation. Applicants are also instructed to quote the correct reference number and the training programme they are applying for when submitting their application. The reference number for this vacancy is eskom_007069, and candidates should ensure that they use the correct information as part of the application process.

The position is offered as an internship with market-related remuneration and is listed as a non-Employment Equity position. Eskom states that it is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity and may give preference, but not exclusively, to candidates from under-represented designated groups in accordance with its employment equity plan and targets. Eskom also states that candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised posts. The organisation further maintains a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors in the workplace. Applicants should review these conditions carefully before submitting their applications.

The closing date for the Graduate in Training Procurement and Supply Chain Management X4 opportunity is 2 October 2026. Interested graduates should ensure that they meet the qualification and citizenship requirements and submit their applications online before the deadline. Candidates should also quote reference number eskom_007069 and clearly indicate the training programme for which they are applying. Eskom advises applicants that if they have not been contacted within 28 days after the closing date, they should accept that their application was unsuccessful. Qualified graduates seeking practical experience in procurement and supply chain management can use the official Eskom careers platform to apply for this opportunity.

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